5C’s Profile Commitment Communication Concentration Control Confidence

Intake Olivia lacks self-confidence.

Interviews: Key Experiences high levels of anxiety and nerves – not in control of these.
Insights 100% committed athlete – focusses on herself.
Communication is good but sometimes is afraid to talk to her coach.
Has a good training group.
Highly ambitious individual.
Observation Olivia has good potential to be a good athlete. By working on a few things such as lowering her levels of
anxiety could vastly improve her performance.
Classification Classified as performance development

Underpinning Self-determination theory – competence is essential for psychological growth.

Theories Zone of Optimal functioning- choking under pressure due to anxiety.
Achievement Goal Theory- mastery goal orientation.

Recommended, A plethora of strategies could be used for Olivia.

Evidence-based Imagery – easy and effective way of visualising training and racing. Can be used to comeback from injury.
Strategies Gives confidence in going into a race.
Goal setting – changing Olivia’s goals to process goals can reduce anxiety and pressure levels on her. Focusing
on the outcome is sometimes dangerous.
Self-talk – Can improve focus, concentration, control, and confidence.
Be sure to not overload the client.